Risk Management Program Manager, Compliance, Safety and Risk Management
Google · Addison, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $231,000 / year
- Addison, TX
Job highlights
- Manage data center risk programs and policies.
- Collaborate with technical and cross-functional teams.
- Develop risk registers and mitigation strategies.
- Monitor risk indicators and operational metrics.
- Ensure data center resilience and security.
About the role
Risk Management Program Manager
Google is seeking a Risk Management Program Manager to join its Compliance, Safety and Risk Management team. This role will focus on data center infrastructure, operations, and security. The successful candidate will lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects, working with stakeholders to manage risks and ensure seamless project execution across various teams and locations.
About the Job
A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key point of contact for data center risk-related matters, collaborating effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive risk register specific to data center operations.
- Develop and implement mitigation strategies and controls.
- Establish Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and metrics to monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience in program or project management.
- 5 years of experience working to support technical teams in data center infrastructure components (power, cooling, networking, servers, storage), operations, and security best practices.
- 5 years of experience with development and maintenance of data center policies and procedures.
- 5 years of experience evaluating data center risk management framework and processes.
- 5 years of experience with data center resilience and security.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working and collaborating with a team to achieve operational priorities and deliver projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix environment.
- Proven ability to analyze opportunities, define successful approaches, and proactively solve problems.
- Communication skills and a proven ability to engage and influence others.
- Documentation and organization skills.
- Proficient with Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, Forms and Groups.
Location
Preferred working location from the following: Atlanta, GA, USA; Addison, TX, USA; Reston, VA, USA.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
Key skills/competency
- Risk Management
- Program Management
- Data Center Operations
- Compliance
- Safety
- Security Best Practices
- Policy Development
- Risk Assessment
- Resilience
- Project Management
Skills & topics
- Risk Management
- Program Manager
- Data Center
- Compliance
- Safety
- Security
- Infrastructure
- Operations
- Project Management
- Technical Program Manager
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of program management and data center risk experience, emphasizing policy development and resilience.
- Showcase collaboration skills: Demonstrate your ability to work in fast-paced, matrix environments and influence stakeholders.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss data center infrastructure, operations, and security best practices.
- Research Google's culture: Understand their commitment to innovation, problem-solving, and equal opportunity employment.
- Apply strategically: Clearly articulate your project management successes and risk assessment capabilities in your application.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Risk Management Program Manager at Google?
- The Risk Management Program Manager at Google is responsible for overseeing data center risk management. This includes developing and maintaining risk registers, creating mitigation strategies and controls, establishing key risk indicators, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on data center operations, resilience, and security.
- What specific experience is required for the Risk Management Program Manager role at Google?
- The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 5 years in program/project management. Crucially, it demands 5 years of experience supporting technical teams in data center infrastructure (power, cooling, networking, servers, storage), operations, security best practices, policy development, risk evaluation, and data center resilience and security.
- What are the preferred qualifications for this Google position?
- Preferred qualifications include experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrix environment, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication and influencing abilities, and proficiency with Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, Forms, Groups).
- What are the potential working locations for this Risk Management Program Manager role?
- Candidates applying for this position will have the opportunity to select their preferred working location from Atlanta, GA, USA; Addison, TX, USA; or Reston, VA, USA.
- How does Google approach compensation for Program Managers?
- For this full-time position, Google offers a US base salary range of $159,000-$231,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Individual pay is determined by factors such as role, level, location, experience, and education.
- What is Google's stance on equal employment opportunity for this role?
- Google is a committed equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. They value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. They also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories.
- How can I highlight my suitability for the Risk Management Program Manager role at Google on my resume?
- To best showcase your suitability for the Risk Management Program Manager role at Google, tailor your resume to prominently feature your 5+ years of experience in program management, data center risk assessment, policy development, and security best practices. Quantify your achievements where possible and use keywords from the job description, such as 'risk register,' 'mitigation strategies,' 'resilience,' and 'compliance'.